We must protect our Black Catholic saints—and saints-to-be.
Efran Menny explains why simply accepting new Black Catholic saints is not enough to fully honor their legacies.
Bishops
'Grave sin': Racism condemned in pastoral letter from Philly archbishop
The letter follows a racist scandal at a Philadelphia Catholic school earlier this year, and picks up on the theme of Corpus Christi Sunday.
'The diocese has been disingenuous': Holy Rosary & St. John Catholic Church facing closure in Columbus
Members of the 125-year-old parish say they were fooled by recent statements from the bishop, which the diocese says were misinterpreted.
Interview: How one Black Catholic fought racism at her Catholic high school—and what's next in her journey
Ashley Paul's advocacy at St. Mary's High in Colorado Springs brought virulent criticism from parents and students alike. She says she won't stop fighting for change.
Josephite seminarians renew religious promises in Maryland
The historic religious society is celebrating 130 years this year and preparing for ordinations, first professions, and a general conference in June.
A Christian nation—or a demonic one?
Dr. Ronald E. Smith muses on the fact that much of American history and culture is anything but Christian.
Bishop Joseph Perry of Chicago to head USCCB anti-racism committee
The oft-conservative Black Catholic bishop was appointed by Archbishop Timothy Broglio to succeed Archbishop Shelton Fabre of Louisville.
Cardinal Wilton Gregory to receive Illinois' highest civilian honor on Saturday
The 75-year-old prelate will receive the Order of Lincoln at the state capitol from Gov. J.B. Pritzker.
Science denialism is a national emergency in the Catholic Church
As the Biden administration lifts declarations, Efran Menny opines on Church leaders' often heinous response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
First Mass celebrated at Lexington's St. Peter Claver Catholic Church in new building
The historic Black Catholic parish in Kentucky had been worshiping in its parish hall following the demolition of its former church in 2015.
Archbishop Shelton Fabre to say Mass for Louisville shooting victims
The liturgy will take place at noon ET in the Cathedral of the Assumption on Thursday.
Louisville mass shooting leaves five dead, eight injured
The first mass shooting in the city this year has drawn reactions from Archbishop Shelton Fabre, and follows recent attempts to loosen gun laws statewide.
Fair housing is a human right—and a Catholic imperative
Efran Menny explains how discrimination lives on in America and how the right to a roof is a matter of justice.
'Embodiment of Black Catholicism': Bishop Cheri remembered at Vespers ahead of Saturday funeral
New Orleans' recently deceased Black Catholic bishop was honored by the faithful on Friday at the seminary where he once studied before ordination.
Vatican repudiates 'Doctrine of Discovery,' but forgets enslaved Africans
The Catholic hierarchy has marked an official stance against the colonization and subjugation of Indigenous persons.
5-part series on Ven. Augustus Tolton continues Wednesday with Bishop Joseph N. Perry
The sessions are led by Auxiliary Bishop Joseph N. Perry of Chicago at the Tolton Spirituality Center, housed in Tolton's former parish.